If employers take only one thing out of the sacking of one of Australia’s best rugby players it should be this – in certain circumstances, an employer does have an interest, and the right to be interested, in an employee’s behaviour outside of the workplace.
Ashley-Jayne Lodge
The NRL would have been expecting fireworks on the pitch for last weekend’s opening round of the Premiership, but the implementation of their controversial ‘no-fault stand down’ policy has meant the only fireworks so far have been in the courtroom.
As with any commercial enterprise, major sporting events involve a number of important commercial relationships and require agreements to be put in place in order to operate successfully while minimising risks for those organising and participating in the event.
This article touches briefly on some of the key legal commercial ...
Over the last two decades broadcast rights have proven to be a critical commodity for our sports associations, leagues and clubs. Negotiating the best position with strong and clear agreements, whether from the broadcaster’s perspective or the relevant sport or league has never been more important.
Corruption in sport can take many forms. This article will review recent cases of match fixing and the consequences for the individuals involved and also at how commercial sponsors can protect themselves in their sponsorship agreements.